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title: Traditional Herbal Medicines Testing | Broughton
description: We help herbal medicine developers meet quality and safety standards with analytical testing, toxicology, and stability support aligned to regulatory expectations.
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Scientific Evaluation   
 of Herbal Medicines

We help herbal medicine developers meet quality and safety standards with analytical testing, toxicology, and stability support aligned to regulatory expectations.

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## ![hex-icon](https://www.broughton-group.com/hubfs/hex-icon.svg) Why Broughton?

### Analytical Testing for Herbal Products

 Deliver accurate, validated results for identity, potency, and impurity testing using Ph. Eur.-aligned methods. 

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### Ingredient Verification & Active Compound Quantification

 Ensure product consistency and regulatory confidence with botanical identity testing and precise measurement of active compounds. 

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### Stability Studies for Herbal Products

 Support shelf-life claims with ICH-compliant stability protocols tailored to botanical formulations. 

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### Microbial & Contaminant Risk Assessment

 Detect pathogens, heavy metals, and residual solvents to ensure product safety and consumer trust. 

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### Toxicology & Scientific Substantiation

 Build a solid safety case for THR or global market access with expert-led toxicological evaluations and scientific justifications. 

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### Regulatory Strategy for Traditional Herbal Medicinal Products

 Navigate THR, EMA, and MHRA frameworks with integrated regulatory insight and dossier support. 

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## ![hex-icon](https://www.broughton-group.com/hubfs/hex-icon.svg) Building Certainty, One Partnership at a Time

At Broughton, we measure success by the trust our clients place in us. As a global CRO, we work as an extension of our clients’ teams, delivering integrated analytical, scientific, and regulatory services that bring clarity and build certainty across pharmaceutical, healthcare, and lifestyle markets.

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> “Our botanical extracts had to meet both European and UK quality expectations as we expanded into new markets. Broughton’s expertise in testing and broad scientific support has helped us grow our business across EU and UK markets.”

Head of Global Product Quality, Herbal Supplement Brand

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> “We needed robust expertise to support a successful THR dossier. Broughton’s team guided us through this process from assembling safety evidence and compiling a technical dossier aligned with UK and EU regulations.”

Regulatory Affairs Manager, Traditional Herbal Remedies Company

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> “Ensuring long shelf-life while preserving herbal integrity is always a challenge. Broughton’s tailored pharmaceutical development and stability services helped us achieve this giving us reliable data for product labelling and patient safety. Their proactive team really made the difference for us.’’

Head of R&D, Medicinal Botanical Manufacturer

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## ![hex-icon](https://www.broughton-group.com/hubfs/hex-icon.svg) Solutions We Drive

### Our analytical, development, and regulatory services support traditional herbal medicine developers across the UK, EU, and global markets — from legacy brands to agile innovators. Whether ensuring compliance, validating safety, or supporting new formulations, Broughton is your trusted partner for bringing effective plant-based products to market. Product categories we support include:

**Traditional herbal medicinal products (THMPs)** – Compliant testing and regulatory support for licensed herbal medicines

**Botanical supplements** – Scientific evaluation and compliance strategies to ensure safety and efficacy

**Plant-based tinctures and extracts** – Rigorous analysis and quality testing for liquid formulations derived from botanicals

**Herbal tablets and capsules** – Support for solid oral dose herbal formats to ensure consistency, safety, and compliance

**Functional teas and powders** – Trusted analysis and regulatory guidance for consumer herbal blends and wellness products

**Your challenge, our drive – let’s deliver the solution together**

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## ![hex-icon](https://www.broughton-group.com/hubfs/hex-icon.svg) Our Expertise

**Research and Development**: Early-stage scientific input to guide product formulation, safety strategy, and testing design.

**Scientific Substantiation**: Analytical testing and toxicological assessment to support product safety, efficacy, and regulatory compliance.

**Post-Market Compliance**: Ongoing testing, documentation, and regulatory support to ensure continued product quality and market readiness.

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Our team works as an extension of yours, helping you reduce risk, accelerate timelines, and bring products to market responsibly.

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### Knowledge Centre

Explore expert insights and technical guidance to support traditional herbal medicine development.

### Independent Expertise for Stability Studies

 Discover how independent stability testing reduces risk and improves product quality 

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### ICH Product Stability Storage and Analysis

 Explore our in-house stability storage capabilities and expert-led analysis services 

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### Toxicology Advice and Consultancy Services

 Understand how expert toxicological reviews support product safety and compliance 

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### Whitepaper: Designing a Bespoke Stability Study

 Learn how tailored stability studies support product development and dossier success 

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### Whitepaper: The Use of Risk Assessments to Optimise your E&L Strategy

 Description of downloadable content 

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### Whitepaper: What are Stability Studies

 A clear overview of why stability studies matter across regulated and emerging markets 

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